Summary

In this chapter, you were provided with an overview of the data controls included in the ASP.NET 2.0 Framework. You learned how to use the DataBound controls to render the user interface for working with data. You also were provided with an introduction to the DataSource controls, which can be used to represent different types of data such as database data and XML data.

You also learned about two important features of the DataBound controls. You learned how to use Templates and databinding expressions. You also learned about the difference between one-way databinding and two-way databinding expressions.

Next, you were provided with an overview of SQL Server 2005 Express. You learned how to create a SQL Server Express database. You also learned how to create both Server and Local databases.

Finally, the data controls were used to build a sample application: the Employee Directory application. You learned how to use the controls to build an application that enables you to list, edit, insert, and delete database records.